My breath of fresh air
Michael manages Stanley Moss Nature Reserve; he loves the serenity of the area and the different wildlife that he can see. The area was once used for coal mining, and was drained and planted with…
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My focus
For her A-Level Photography project, Emily-Jane is taking images of the landscapes that she loves; combining her two passions – photography and wildlife – so she can express herself in creative…
Schools
We are passionate about getting children outdoors, connecting with the natural world and inspiring them to act on behalf of nature. We have 40 years of experience in leading and supporting high quality outdoor learning experiences, at our learning centres or in your setting.
Drone-fly
With brown-and-orange markings, the Drone-fly looks like a male Honeybee, but is harmless to us. This mimicry helps to protect it from predators while it searches for nectar in gardens and urban…
Gathering water quality data for the River Usk
Gwent Wildlife Trust takes part in the Catchment Systems Thinking Cooperative project (CaSTCo), collecting water quality data on the River Usk in Gwent.
Record Wildlife
Getting involved with recording the wildlife you see and hear locally is a fun way to enjoy nature, discover and learn more about wildlife while helping protect the flora, fauna and fungi you love!
Hornet robberfly
With black-and-yellow markings, the Hornet robberfly looks like its namesake, but is harmless to us. This mimicry helps to protect it from predators while it perches in the open, waiting for its…
Florapedia book review
Nature with Nev reviews Florapedia - a Brief Compendium of Floral Lore by Carol Gracie.
Bigger, better and more joined up spaces for wildlife
In a special blog for our Big Give appeal, our Nature Recovery Manager Rick Mundy talks about about our vision for the Gwent landscape and how, with your help, we're creating more room nature…
Appeal
Nature needs us and we need nature: please support your local wildlife by donating to this appeal
Our impact
We work across Gwent and beyond to restore wildlife, reconnect people to nature and champion natural solutions.
Narcissus bulb fly
With ginger hairs, dark banding and a cream tail, the Narcissus bulb fly looks like a bumble bee, but is harmless to us. This mimicry helps to protect it from predators while it searches for…